Insider Sale: CFO Natalie Derse Sells 169,535 Shares of Gen Digital Inc (GEN)
On May 14, 2024, Natalie Derse, Chief Financial Officer of Gen Digital Inc (NASDAQ:GEN), executed a sale of 169,535 shares of the company. The transaction was filed on the same day with the SEC.
Gen Digital Inc (NASDAQ:GEN) specializes in cybersecurity, identity protection, and digital safety services. The company provides solutions to secure devices, identities, and digital privacy for individuals and businesses globally.
The shares were sold at a price of $24.31 each, resulting in a total amount of approximately $4,118,358.85. Following this transaction, the insider's direct ownership in the company has adjusted accordingly.
Over the past year, the insider has sold a total of 169,535 shares and has not made any purchases. This recent sale aligns with the overall insider transaction trend at Gen Digital Inc, which has seen minimal insider buying activity compared to selling over the same period.
As of the date of the sale, Gen Digital Inc (NASDAQ:GEN) holds a market cap of $16.18 billion. The stock's price-earnings ratio stands at 26.75, slightly below the industry median of 27, indicating a competitive pricing compared to its peers.
The GF Value of Gen Digital Inc is estimated at $27.50 per share, suggesting that the stock is Fairly Valued with a price-to-GF-Value ratio of 0.88. This valuation is derived from historical trading multiples, an adjustment factor based on past performance, and future business projections.
This insider sale might interest investors tracking ownership changes and evaluating the stock's current valuation metrics, including its price-sales ratio, price-book ratio, and price-to-free cash flow.
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